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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Schenectady, New York

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These German Shepherd Dogs are available in Schenectady, New York.
We'll also keep you updated on Oca's adoption status with email updates.
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Oca

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 8 mos
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oca needs a family! One of the local shelters we pull from shared reports of Oca roaming a Greensboro neighborhood near a local college campus for several days. Neighbors said he was happy to accept treats from anyone who offered, but he’d quickly dart away if they tried to touch him. At just 7 months old, his limited experience made him shy around people - but time spent playing with other dogs has helped him blossom! He’s now running and playing when initially he wouldn’t. He’s being the silly puppy he couldn’t be on the streets…like playing with your shoelaces, tossing toys in the air and awing you when he wants attention or another treat! Oca is 51.0lbs., heartworm negative and up to date on his vaccines.
We'll also keep you updated on Benny's adoption status with email updates.
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Benny

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This handsome young GSD mix named Benny narrowly escaped euthanasia at an overcrowded shelter. He was brought in after he suffered a foot injury (possibly hit by a bike or car). He ended up with a bone infection in his foot which has now been treated by the vet and is healing nicely. He should be out of the cast in about 2 weeks and he's feeling great. Benny is a happy dog, is very playful and good with people. We have not been able to test him with kids or other dogs or cats due to the injury. He is in a very temporary foster home and we need to find him a forever home quickly. He is 2 years old and 63 lbs. Fully vaccinated and will be neutered prior to adoption. Benny deserves a better life than living on the streets. If you can help by fostering or adopting, please reach out to Julie asap on 919 624 0059.
We'll also keep you updated on Lacy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lacy

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lacy! She is a gorgeous 3 year old German Shephard mix that is down on her luck. Recently Lacy found herself in a crowded high kill shelter after being shot in the leg. A good samaritan called animal control who took her to the shelter and the person who reported it agreed to foster Lacy while she recovered. Our rescue stepped in to get her vetted and she is now healed from the leg injury and she is spayed, vaccinated, and micro chipped. Lacy did test positive for heartworms which is very treatable and the rescue will assist with this also. We are seeking a new home for Lacy asap as she cannot stay with the current foster very long. We have not been able to adequately test her with other dogs or children, so at this point we are looking to place her in a home as an only dog and with no small children until we learn more about her. If you can foster or adopt, please reach out o Julie on 919 624 0059. Lacy needs someone to step up for her.
We'll also keep you updated on Oakley PRECIOUS GIRL's adoption status with email updates.
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Oakley PRECIOUS GIRL

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This precious girl Oakley found herself at an overcrowded shelter in the south and urgently needs a family to take her in. She had apparently been hit by a car prior to being taken to the shelter and her front leg was broken. Our rescue took her to a vet to evaluate her leg and they indicated her leg bone was already healing so they recommended a cast for about 4 more weeks. Oakley is just over a year old, is very happy and adores people. She weighs approximately 50 lbs and is fully vaccinated. Oakley is able to walk around just fine and she can go on short walks until her cast is removed. We recommend a family that can be home alot with Oakley as she really likes being with her people and doesn't love being alone for long periods of time. If interested in this precious girl, please text Julie on 919 624 0059.
We'll also keep you updated on Leo URGENT HELP ‼️'s adoption status with email updates.
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Leo URGENT HELP ‼️

German Shepherd Dog Australian Kelpie

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🚨 URGENT – LEO WILL BE KILLED IF NOT SAVED 🚨 Leo came into the shelter as a stray, and he is absolutely terrified. The shelter environment is overwhelming for him, and fear has shut him down. He hides in the corner of his kennel, trembling, trying to disappear. At intake, he was so scared that staff could not safely vaccinate him due to fear-based nipping — this is not aggression, this is pure panic. With patience and kindness, Leo showed who he truly is. Once given time, he allowed himself to be gently carried so his photo could be taken. Beneath the fear is a sweet, sensitive soul who just needs someone to go slow and show him he’s safe. 🐾 Dog-friendly 🐾 Sweet but terrified 🐾 Shut down in the shelter 🐾 Needs a calm, patient home or rescue Leo is NOT doing well in the shelter, and that is why his life is in immediate danger. Dogs like Leo don’t survive loud, stressful kennels — they need compassion, not a death sentence. 🙏 Leo desperately needs NOW.TO SAVE HIS LIFE‼️ Someone willing to give him time, space, and understanding will save his life and watch him blossom. ⏰ TIME IS RUNNING OUT. Please help save him. Fear should never be a death sentence. TEXT KAREN 4136298152
We'll also keep you updated on Frosty URGENT PLEASE HELP ‼️'s adoption status with email updates.
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Frosty URGENT PLEASE HELP ‼️

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🚨 URGENT – EUTH LISTED 🚨 3 years old | ~90 lbs | White German Shepherd This stunning boy is not doing well in the shelter, and for a shepherd, that’s heartbreaking but very common. These dogs are deeply bonded to their people and environments—kennel stress is crushing him. Despite the stress, he is a gentle, intelligent, loyal soul who just needs a calm, stable place to decompress. At only 3 years old, he should be living his best life, not deteriorating behind kennel walls. 🐾 About him: • 3 years old • ~90 lbs • White German Shepherd • Sensitive, intelligent breed • Shelter environment is causing severe stress • Needs HELP ASAP • Dog Friendly PLEASE TEXT KAREN 4136298152

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These German Shepherd Dogs are available for adoption close to Schenectady, New York.
We'll also keep you updated on Oca's adoption status with email updates.
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Oca

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 8 mos
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oca needs a family! One of the local shelters we pull from shared reports of Oca roaming a Greensboro neighborhood near a local college campus for several days. Neighbors said he was happy to accept treats from anyone who offered, but he’d quickly dart away if they tried to touch him. At just 7 months old, his limited experience made him shy around people - but time spent playing with other dogs has helped him blossom! He’s now running and playing when initially he wouldn’t. He’s being the silly puppy he couldn’t be on the streets…like playing with your shoelaces, tossing toys in the air and awing you when he wants attention or another treat! Oca is 51.0lbs., heartworm negative and up to date on his vaccines.
We'll also keep you updated on Benny's adoption status with email updates.
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Benny

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This handsome young GSD mix named Benny narrowly escaped euthanasia at an overcrowded shelter. He was brought in after he suffered a foot injury (possibly hit by a bike or car). He ended up with a bone infection in his foot which has now been treated by the vet and is healing nicely. He should be out of the cast in about 2 weeks and he's feeling great. Benny is a happy dog, is very playful and good with people. We have not been able to test him with kids or other dogs or cats due to the injury. He is in a very temporary foster home and we need to find him a forever home quickly. He is 2 years old and 63 lbs. Fully vaccinated and will be neutered prior to adoption. Benny deserves a better life than living on the streets. If you can help by fostering or adopting, please reach out to Julie asap on 919 624 0059.
We'll also keep you updated on Lacy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lacy

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lacy! She is a gorgeous 3 year old German Shephard mix that is down on her luck. Recently Lacy found herself in a crowded high kill shelter after being shot in the leg. A good samaritan called animal control who took her to the shelter and the person who reported it agreed to foster Lacy while she recovered. Our rescue stepped in to get her vetted and she is now healed from the leg injury and she is spayed, vaccinated, and micro chipped. Lacy did test positive for heartworms which is very treatable and the rescue will assist with this also. We are seeking a new home for Lacy asap as she cannot stay with the current foster very long. We have not been able to adequately test her with other dogs or children, so at this point we are looking to place her in a home as an only dog and with no small children until we learn more about her. If you can foster or adopt, please reach out o Julie on 919 624 0059. Lacy needs someone to step up for her.
We'll also keep you updated on Oakley PRECIOUS GIRL's adoption status with email updates.
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Oakley PRECIOUS GIRL

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This precious girl Oakley found herself at an overcrowded shelter in the south and urgently needs a family to take her in. She had apparently been hit by a car prior to being taken to the shelter and her front leg was broken. Our rescue took her to a vet to evaluate her leg and they indicated her leg bone was already healing so they recommended a cast for about 4 more weeks. Oakley is just over a year old, is very happy and adores people. She weighs approximately 50 lbs and is fully vaccinated. Oakley is able to walk around just fine and she can go on short walks until her cast is removed. We recommend a family that can be home alot with Oakley as she really likes being with her people and doesn't love being alone for long periods of time. If interested in this precious girl, please text Julie on 919 624 0059.
We'll also keep you updated on Leo URGENT HELP ‼️'s adoption status with email updates.
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Leo URGENT HELP ‼️

German Shepherd Dog Australian Kelpie

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🚨 URGENT – LEO WILL BE KILLED IF NOT SAVED 🚨 Leo came into the shelter as a stray, and he is absolutely terrified. The shelter environment is overwhelming for him, and fear has shut him down. He hides in the corner of his kennel, trembling, trying to disappear. At intake, he was so scared that staff could not safely vaccinate him due to fear-based nipping — this is not aggression, this is pure panic. With patience and kindness, Leo showed who he truly is. Once given time, he allowed himself to be gently carried so his photo could be taken. Beneath the fear is a sweet, sensitive soul who just needs someone to go slow and show him he’s safe. 🐾 Dog-friendly 🐾 Sweet but terrified 🐾 Shut down in the shelter 🐾 Needs a calm, patient home or rescue Leo is NOT doing well in the shelter, and that is why his life is in immediate danger. Dogs like Leo don’t survive loud, stressful kennels — they need compassion, not a death sentence. 🙏 Leo desperately needs NOW.TO SAVE HIS LIFE‼️ Someone willing to give him time, space, and understanding will save his life and watch him blossom. ⏰ TIME IS RUNNING OUT. Please help save him. Fear should never be a death sentence. TEXT KAREN 4136298152
We'll also keep you updated on Frosty URGENT PLEASE HELP ‼️'s adoption status with email updates.
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Frosty URGENT PLEASE HELP ‼️

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🚨 URGENT – EUTH LISTED 🚨 3 years old | ~90 lbs | White German Shepherd This stunning boy is not doing well in the shelter, and for a shepherd, that’s heartbreaking but very common. These dogs are deeply bonded to their people and environments—kennel stress is crushing him. Despite the stress, he is a gentle, intelligent, loyal soul who just needs a calm, stable place to decompress. At only 3 years old, he should be living his best life, not deteriorating behind kennel walls. 🐾 About him: • 3 years old • ~90 lbs • White German Shepherd • Sensitive, intelligent breed • Shelter environment is causing severe stress • Needs HELP ASAP • Dog Friendly PLEASE TEXT KAREN 4136298152

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Timber URGENT HELP NEEDED!

Belgian Malinois Jindo

Male, Young
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Timber, URGENT HELP FOR THIS YOUNG BOY BEFORE HES KILLED OR PUT IN THE WRONG HANDS! PLEASE HELP! Timber is about 8 months old and was adopted from this very shelter at 2 months old and now here only 6 months later he is being dumped again because of his energy. If you know Mals you know this. He should not die for being a normal puppy. PLEASE HELP TEXT KAREN 4136298152
We'll also keep you updated on 🩷Cinnamon c 🩷's adoption status with email updates.
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🩷Cinnamon c 🩷

Belgian Malinois

Female, Adult
Schenectady, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cinnamon is a beautiful 2 year old girl. She has a lovely personality and loves to run and chase balls or frisbees. She was surrendered because her previous owner could no longer take care of her. If you are looking for a faithful, loving companion and have space for her to run call or text Jenn (870)489-8203.

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Arcadia Animal Rescue - NY, Greater Albany Area - Transport and Foster Homes

Schenectady, NY 12303

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9.1 miles

Pips Rescue Pack- NY Transport Stop

Albany, NY 12205

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9.1 miles

Pitter Pat Junction - Albany, NY transport

Albany transport, NY 12205

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9.8 miles

Wharton County SPOT - New York transport

transport from Texas to NY, Pattersonville, NY 12137

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12.8 miles

Nala and Friends Dog Rescue ALBANY NY Transport

Albany, NY 12206

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Rescue

14.5 miles

Dixie Adoptables - Albany transport

Albany, NY 12207

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14.6 miles

Rookie's Rescue, NY

Albany, NY 12235

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14.8 miles

Give a Dog a Home Rescue - NY -(location MAINE)

Physical Location - Maine, (location MAINE), Albany - (location MAINE), NY 12202

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20.2 miles

Pitter Pat Junction, Saratoga NY transport

Saratoga transport, NY 12866

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25.9 miles

Fulton County Regional SPCA

117 W Fulton St, Gloversville, NY 12078

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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